Pro Bono Opportunities

What is Pro Bono?

Pro bono legal services refer to legal work performed voluntarily and without charge by attorneys for individuals or organizations who cannot afford to pay for legal representation. These services aim to provide access to justice for underserved or disadvantaged populations, ensuring that legal assistance is available regardless of one’s financial status. By offering their expertise for free, attorneys help address legal needs and promote fairness within the justice system.

If you are in need of legal services, visit our Services page.

About the Program

The JAMLAC Pro Bono Program furthers the JAMLAC mission of seeking justice for people who struggle with poverty and oppression by providing free, quality civil legal services to the underserved members of our community.

Scope of Pro Bono Services

The Pro Bono Program utilizes talented and caring attorneys who volunteer their time and energy to work on full or limited scope pro bono cases in civil matters such as:

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Child Custody

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Bankruptcy

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Protection Orders

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Immigrant Matters

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Sealing Criminal Records

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Minor Traffic Matters

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Guardianship

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Consumer Debt

Garnishment, Collection

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Identification Issues

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Employment

Unsafe Work Conditions, Wage Theft

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Elder Law/Advocacy

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End of Life Planning

Wills, Durable Power of Attorneys

Currently, we are not providing legal services related to evictions, landlord-tenant, Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, SSI, and other government benefits.

If you are in need of legal services, visit our Services page.

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Join the Pro Bono Program

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For more information, use the form below, or email tfinleypadilla@jamlac.org